Move aside, entrées. When done right, a salad is fully capable of taking main stage come dinnertime – especially on a warm summer night, when lighter eats are in order.

Need a recipe? Try Maricel E. Presilla’s Cuban Avocado, Watercress, and Pineapple Salad. Its unexpected heft is twofold: the salad boasts superfood-champ avocado along with a hint of savory smoke (the pineapple is grilled). Plus, it’ll look great out on the table. Get all the details on Food52 – you’ll find yourself serving this dish again and again all summer.